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Yes, it is a common practice to drape the coffins of police officers who die in the line of duty with the American flag. This gesture honors their service and sacrifice. Additionally, some departments may use specific flags that represent law enforcement, such as the Thin Blue Line flag, during memorial services.
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Would an American flag be placed over the casket of a Federal agency director?
If a police agency like the F.B.I. or C.I.A. sure. otherwise taps, flag draped coffins are confined to the Military services proper.
Is is illegal to bury a flag with someone?
Coffins are commonly draped with the American Flag, particularly those of soldiers and veterans- but the flag is removed before the body is interred There is no legislation against the flag being buried.
What size is the flag draped over a casket?
A funerial flag is 5 x 9.5.
Why is the Texas flag at half mast March 24 2009?
I believe it is for the police officers that died in the shoot out in Oakland.
What does it represent when a flag is draped on a coffin when a president dies?
That they were apart of America
What is the significance of the blue and white US flag in American history and culture?
The blue and white US flag, also known as the "Thin Blue Line" flag, represents support for law enforcement officers and the sacrifices they make to protect the community. It has become a symbol of respect and solidarity for police officers in the United States.
What is a sentence using the word flagpole?
They raised the flag above their base.The officer tried to flag down the car.His behaviour was a red flag for the border control officials.
Why are the Iraq and Vietnam wars important?
Iraq, Iran, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Libya, Bosnia, Kosovo, etc. are blips in the news. Here today, gone tomorrow. No cities being bombed into ruins (by high altitude heavy bombers), no vast numbers of flag draped aluminum coffins arriving daily as they did from Vietnam.
What is the blue flag with one black stripe?
A blue flag with one black stripe is often used to represent support for law enforcement officers. It is known as the "Thin Blue Line" flag and is meant to show solidarity with police officers and to honor those who have fallen in the line of duty.
Who qualifies to have an American flag draped over their casket?
Military, presidents, and former presidents for sure. The law does not forbid anyone from draping the flag over a coffin.
What is the meaning behind each fold of the flag that has been draped over a military coffin?
I Dont Know that is why i am asking you
How many flag officers are in the royal navy?
39
